Hamburg and Berlin: joint Olympic application for 2040 planned

Hamburg and Berlin: joint Olympic application for 2040 planned

Status: 24.07.2024 12:41 p.m.

The plans for a possible common Olympic advertising from Hamburg and Berlin in 2040 are enjoying growing attention in the German sports landscape. This initiative comes at a time when the country has the chance to strengthen the sense of community and national identity through sporting events.

meaning of the application for the country

The intended orientation of the Olympic and Paralympic Games in the two largest cities in Germany is not only seen as a major sporting event, but could also act as a symbol of the country's unity and common ground, just 50 years after reunification. This historical context gives the application a special emotional depth and could accommodate the needs of a wider population.

proximity to the citizen as the key to success

The responsibility of the citizens is the focus of the plans. Mayor Peter Tschentscher (SPD) emphasizes the importance of a referendum before a final application is submitted. "People must be convinced of the idea and have the opportunity to experience the Olympic Games in their city without being associated with considerable financial burdens," says Tschentscher.

support from the Federal Government

The Federal Government also stood behind this initiative and signed a declaration of intent. This is a significant step because the traffic light coalition explains to promote the application of 2.2 million euros for the upcoming process. Ministeries and the German Olympic Sports Association (DOSB) are asked to develop a convincing concept that is both internationally and socially appealing.

memories of the past

The way to today's consideration of starting Olympic acquisition is long. Hamburg wanted to host the games as early as 2015, but the majority of the population spoke out against it. The city and the entire nation had the lost referendum think about the wishes and concerns of its citizens. Today, these experiences work like a lesson for future plans that take the public interest more into account.

a meeting with the IOC at the gates of the games in Paris

The upcoming Olympics in Paris offers an ideal framework to promote talks with the International Olympic Committee (IOC). DOSB President Thomas Weikert emphasizes that a strong concept and broad support for success are decisive. The discussion about a possible application for 2036 has already shown that the will to present sport at an international level is definitely there, even if the opinions differ.

- Nag